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New allegations of Russian interference in the European Parliament, in the upcoming EU elections and the impact on the European Union

TA-9-2024-0380 · P9_TA(2024)0380 · PE762.573

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Parliament's resolution on new allegations of Russian interference in the European Parliament and upcoming EU elections condemns Russian efforts to undermine European democracy and calls for stronger action against foreign interference. It demands investigations, sanctions, and better protection of democratic processes, including measures against disinformation and espionage.

Key points

  1. Condemns Russian attempts to interfere in European democratic processes and calls for consequences, including further sanctions and a new sanctions regime against foreign information manipulation.
  2. Expresses outrage at MEPs' participation in pro-Russian media outlet 'Voice of Europe' and calls for EU-wide ban on its access.
  3. Calls on AfD to disclose financial ties with Kremlin and expresses concern about espionage cases involving its members.
  4. Condemns Russian instrumentalisation of illegal immigrants and espionage activities in EU member states.
  5. Welcomes investigations by national authorities and calls for judicial cooperation and possible lifting of MEPs' immunity.
  6. Calls for full implementation of Parliament's integrity reforms and enhanced security measures for MEPs and staff.
  7. Condemns Russian disinformation campaigns and calls for inclusion of Kremlin-backed media in next sanctions package.
  8. Calls for protection of European information environment and support for investigative journalism.
  9. Expresses concern about Russian interference in elections in Bulgaria and other member states.
  10. Condemns pro-Russian positions of Hungarian government and other political actors.
  11. Calls for vigilance against any third-country interference and strengthening of election infrastructure safeguards.

Who is affected

  • MEPs and candidates in European elections suspected of receiving Russian payments face investigation and potential sanctions.
  • Political parties like AfD, FPÖ, and others with pro-Russian ties are called to disclose financial relations.
  • EU institutions and member states must intensify efforts to combat foreign interference and protect elections.
  • Media outlets like 'Voice of Europe' may be banned in the EU.

Figures and deadlines

  • EUR 25,000 payments to Petr Bystron for spreading pro-Russian propaganda.
  • EUR 9,000 cash sums carried by AfD employee entering Germany from Russia.
  • EUR 9.4 million loan to Marine Le Pen's party in 2013.
  • EUR 1,750 fine and ban for Latvian MEP.